Kentucky ElderLaw: Elder Care Coordinators Your Pathway to Compassionate Elder Care Management

At Kentucky ElderLaw, our Elder Care Coordinators (ECC) are not just professionals; they are your partners in navigating the complexities of aging. Our unique, in-house team of dedicated coordinators understands the nuances of elder health care. The team focuses on a holistic approach to ensure every aspect of aging is managed with dignity and understanding.

Holistic and Proactive Elder Care

Our Elder Care Coordinators handle every scenario, from urgent crises to proactive, long-term care planning. Engaging early with our ECCs allows you to explore a more comprehensive array of realistic living options, manage healthcare transitions smoothly, and effectively address legal and financial concerns. We guide you through what’s feasible, affordable, and beneficial, ensuring a tailored care approach that adapts to your evolving needs.

The Benefits of Early Engagement

Starting your conversation with our ECCs before a crisis arises opens up a spectrum of possibilities for managing elder care. Early planning can enhance the quality of life by establishing a robust care plan that anticipates potential health developments and legal necessities. This proactive approach ensures you retain control over your life decisions and are prepared for the future, reducing stress and uncertainty for you and your loved ones. Schedule a planning session now.

Crisis Management: We’re Here When You Need Us Most

We recognize that emergencies happen, and they often require a lot of decisions in a short amount of time, which can be traumatic and frightening. In situations of immediate need, such as post-surgery rehabilitation, sudden physical or mental health changes, or living conditions for couples, our ECCs provide swift management and support. We empower families to make informed decisions, even during the most stressful times, ensuring smooth transitions and in the best interest of all involved.

What To Do In A Crisis

If you find yourself facing an elder care crisis, contact us immediately. Our coordinators can intervene in emergencies, providing necessary support and guidance, whether a sudden hospitalization or an urgent care transition. Early engagement with our team can lead to more and better options, so we encourage starting your conversations as soon as possible. Schedule a free consultation today.

Planning for the future before a crisis is ideal. Contact Kentucky ElderLaw today to schedule a free consultation with one of our team members. Discover how early planning can enhance your options and provide you and your loved ones peace of mind. Call us or book your consultation and start your journey to empowered elder care today.

Meet our Elder Care Coordinators

Megan Schweri – Elder Care Coordinator

Megan Schweri

Biography
Megan Schweri is a local Louisvillian and seasoned social worker who has worked exclusively with the senior population.

Megan obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from the University of Kentucky in 2003. Megan worked for a locally owned senior community for more than 17 years prior to joining the Ky ElderLaw team, bringing years of experience working directly with seniors and their families with her.

Megan serves on an Advisory Board for healthcare organizations that serve seniors in our community and actively supports and participates in non-profit organizations and groups such as the Alzheimer’s Association and the Stroke Association. She is passionate about promoting health and wellness for seniors in our community.

Education

  • University of Kentucky, Bachelor of Arts in Social Work

Lori Friestrom – Elder Care Coordinator

Biography

Lori Friestrom is an Elder Care Coordinator at Kentucky ElderLaw, as well as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed

 
Clinical Addictions Counselor. Lori’s career spans hospitals, nursing homes, intensive outpatient addictions programs, hospice care, and private counseling practice with over 25 years of experience in healthcare settings.
Lori is an avid Michigan State Spartans alumni and fan who enjoys college basketball and football.
 
In her personal life, she cares for her 5-pound Chihuahua, Lucy, and maintains her saltwater fish tank hobby. Lori loves traveling in the Caribbean and finds peace and joy at the beach. She is passionate about empowering others and committed to helping them live their best lives.

Caity Bright – Elder Care Coordinator

Biography

Caity Bright currently services as Elder Care Coordinator born and raised in Bardstown, KY. With over 11 years of dedication to the elder community, Caity’s career began as an Occupational Therapist working with the geriatric population. Throughout her career, she has specialized in rehabilitation, environmental modification, Rehab Director, and guiding individuals through the continuum of care, ensuring they receive the support they need in their later years.
 
Caity is deeply involved in her local community, serving on the Advisory Board for healthcare organizations focused on senior care. She is also an active supporter and participant in various non-profit organizations dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors.

Education

Caity holds a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Spalding University, which has equipped her with the knowledge and skills to positively impact the lives of the elderly. Her passion for advocating for and empowering older adults continues to drive her work in the field of elder care.

A Journey to Stability

After 287 days in the hospital and ineligible for Medicaid, our client faced an uncertain future. Our team quickly navigated the bureaucratic hurdles to secure Medicaid support and appropriate nursing home placement, safeguarding his dignity and ongoing care needs. Without the knowledge and guidance from Kentucky ElderLaw, this family would have been struggling to support their loved one. We were happy to be trusted to step in and help during this critical time. Be sure to devise a plan and bring you and your loved ones peace of mind before a crisis emerges; call us today to devise a plan and bring you and your loved ones peace of mind.

Schedule a Free Consultation Today

Planning for the future before a crisis is ideal. Contact Kentucky ElderLaw today to schedule a free consultation with one of our team members. Discover how early planning can enhance your options and provide you and your loved ones peace of mind.

Call us or book your consultation and start your journey to empowered elder care today.

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Your first consultation with Kentucky ElderLaw, PLLC, is free, so you have nothing to lose by contacting us to talk.

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